Aristolochiaceae Asarum canadense L.

Canadian Wildginger

Iroquois - Drug, Urinary Aid

Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 309

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Scientific name: Asarum canadense L.
USDA symbol: ASCA (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Canadian Wildginger
Family: Aristolochiaceae
Family (APG): Aristolochiaceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Urinary Aid
Notes: Decoction of roots taken for urinary disorders and urine stoppage.

RECRD: 82535 id: 6010

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